Description
This one pot pasta is a weeknight hero—creamy, delicious, and ready in just 30 minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s a comforting dish that requires only one pot, making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
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4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
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12 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli work well)
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
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Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics:
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes. -
Add Base Ingredients:
Stir in diced tomatoes, broth, pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. -
Cook Pasta:
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked al dente and most liquid has been absorbed (about 10–12 minutes). -
Make It Creamy:
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and spinach if using. Cook for another 2 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens slightly. -
Serve:
Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
Protein Boost: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or sausage for extra protein.
Lighter Version: Use milk instead of cream and reduce cheese for fewer calories.
Vegan Option: Swap cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Family-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 Peoples
- Calories: 420kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg